Domestic Violence Charge Reduced

In Maine, a conviction has been set aside in relation to a man who was found guilty of two domestic violence charges last year and has sent the case back to court so he can be resentenced on lesser charges. It was determined by the state supreme court that the evidence used in the trial of Reno Metzger was insufficient in proving that he and the female victim were "family or household members." Without this proven, the case cannot be charged as domestic violence.       

Domestic violence and assault charges are not taken lightly by courts and should be handled properly at all times. There are many difficult legal aspects that you will have to deal with when charged with assault. You will want to protect your rights and ensure that justice is upheld. Being charged with domestic violence and assault can affect your personal and professional life so it's important that you seek help when dealing with this situation.

By working with a criminal defense attorney, you can protect your rights and allow for an expert to handle the difficult legal aspects you will be facing. It's in your best interest to have a defense lawyer working on your behalf so that you do not have to worry about how to handle your case. If you or someone you know is being charged then you should take the time to contact a defense attorney to begin discussing your case and moving forward.